Within short distance of Eystri-Sólheimar you find not only the popular sightseeing spots of south Iceland but ample opportunity to relax in secluded nature.

Seljalandsfoss

Reynishverfi

Skógafoss

Dyrhólaey Lighthouse

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Skógafoss waterfall

Seljalandsfoss waterfall

Cape Dyrhólaey, rich bird life

Thakgil and Remundargil, hidden gorges

Cape Hjörleifshöfði outside Vik for easy hikes

Vík, black sand beach and Mt Reynisfjall for great views

Reynishverfi, basalt columns and Reynisdrangar, the troll-rocks

the unique museum in Skógar with its old houses and many exhibits of local life

Glacier Walks

Eruption Fimmvörduháls

Museum Skógasafn

Eruption Eyjafjallajökull 2010

Guided Activities

boat trips at Cape Dyrhólaey

extensive Jeep- and snowmobile-excursions on top of Mýrdalsjökull glacier

popular glacier walks on Sólheimajökull various options with equipment provided

volcano excursion to the eruption sites of 2010 at Fímmvörðuháls and Eyjafjallajökull glacier

Thórsmörk

Geysir

Gullfoss

Thingvellir

Extensive Day Trips

To the nature resort Thórsmörk by special bus or 4x4 vehicle. Sealed off by three huge glaciers it features an extraordinary lush vegetation and pleasent hiking. Pick blueberries in August!

To the Westman-Islands by car ferry from (harbor Landeyjarhöfn); enjoy a stroll through the laid back fishing town Heimaey, rich bird life, a boat trip and a hike up the volcano Eldfell.

To Skaftafell NP at the vast Vatnajökull glacier on Road 1 to hike awsome trails in alpine landscape at sea level and go further to the glacier lagoon "Jökulsárlón" for a thrilling boat trip between ice bergs.

To Landmannalaugar, the breath taking highland area with extraordinary colorful Riolyth mountains; go by 4x4-vehicle or by bus for great hiking in a zone of "fire and ice" or to take a bath in hot springs.

To the "Golden Circle" Gullfoss, Geysir and Thingvellir. Excellent roads lead you right into the heart and origin of Icelandic history, to visible tectonic activity and overwhelming geothermal power.